Cycling, in addition to being an indisputable ally against greenhouse gas emissions, has also been proven as a powerful tool to maintain one’s health. Even though many consider lycra shorts and sports jackets as the only possible attire for a cyclist, many people are using this mode of transportation in their regular clothes. The implementation of self-service bike stations in cities across the province has allowed many business men and women to go around in full suits or high heels. Some of the most courageous cyclists out there use their bike all year-round, even in the winter.[...]
AUTHOR: | CATEGORY: Sustainable Development
Nature-Action Quebec, an Organization for our Future

It’s hard not to worry when we pay attention to what’s happening throughout our beautiful planet. Worldwide climate change, over-exploitation of our natural resources, ongoing pollution of our water, our air, our soil… these are all warning signs to remind us that nothing lasts forever. Even though every citizen wishes to do his fair share to protect the environment, one cannot help but feel powerless to tackle such a monumental task.[...]
AUTHOR: Monique Cousineau | CATEGORY: Sustainable Development
Top 5 Posts on Sustainable Development

For over 20 years Philips Lumec has been concerned about environmental issues which has led us to become a leader in sustainable development in the outdoor lighting market in North America. Since we started blogging almost 2 years ago, sustainability and the environment have always been very hot topics. We have written 18 posts about these subjects. [...]
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Philips Lumec’s Sustainable Development Measurables

Here is a summary our of sustainable development performance in 2011 for the Boisbriand site. This data was taken from the Philips Lumec’s 2011 sustainable development report, which was prepared by the Green Committee and given to Philips Lumec’s management earlier this year.[...]
AUTHOR: | CATEGORY: Miscellaneous
How to light a home with water bottles.

For us, North Americans, switching a light on in our homes is something we do not think about. It is a gesture that we take for granted and we just do it when we need light to go about our business. But such is not the case for everyone and in every country, certainly not in the Philippines. [...]
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